Sunday, December 7, 2008

Time To Heal

Things are still moving in the right direction here at the Nelson house. In the past week Carly has had check-ups with physical therapy, occupational therapy, vision therapy and ophthalmology and they have all noted that they are seeing big improvements. She is doing a lot of smiling and particularly likes playing with her stuffed cat Pete (as in Purdue Pete.) The fluid on top of her head is still there in all of its glory, but it doesn't seem to be causing Carly any pain. She has an ultrasound tomorrow to check on her internal brain pressure to be certain that the fluid isn't harming her. If the ultrasound looks good, we will stick to the plan of waiting until her MRI in January to make a decision on the fluid. The best case scenario would be for the fluid to reabsorb on its own between now and then. We know she can do it.

Love, Brad

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news - keep up the good work, Carly! We're cheering for you!

Hugs and love,
Lance and Mark

Anonymous said...

Your in for a long haul. Keep up the faith...D

Anonymous said...

your sweet angel is such a tough little cookie, Brad. We're happy Carly's not in pain and we continue to pray for her healing and for basic normalcy to return to your lives. You and Christa are amazing, it's easy to see where Carly gets her strength.
Always sending you love and good thoughts,
Sheila

Marybeth said...

So glad to hear that she is doing well & it was so great to see her this past Saturday! She looks like she is a very happy baby indeed & she is absolutely adorable. Matt & I are always sending good, healing thoughts to you.

Anonymous said...

I am glad to read these good news... You are amazing, the three of you... Love, Cécile

Anonymous said...

Hi B,C and c,
We are so happy to hear that Carly's continues to improve and has dodged the shunt so far! I can't wait to see see all of you and give Carly a kiss on her"bump" if she'll let me.Make sure you bring your boots to Michigan.You'll need them!
Love,
Jenny

Anonymous said...

You can do it Carly!!